Early Head Start

Early Head Start
Early Head Start (EHS) is a federal program that promotes the school readiness of children from birth to age three for low-income families by enhancing their cognitive, social, and emotional development.

Who is Eligible?
Children birth to three years old who:
· Meet annual income requirements; and/or
· Qualify for special education services; and/or
· Have developmental or environmental risk factors

EHS gives priority to those who:
Meet eligibility requirements and:
· Are in foster care or involved with the child welfare system; and/or
· Are homeless

Benefits of EHS:
· Early childhood education in part day, full day, or extended day classrooms
· Social and emotional development
· Nutritious meals and snacks
· Health screenings and connections to medical, dental, and mental health services
· Family support services
· Parent education and leadership opportunities

Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program
The Early Childhood Education and Assistance Program is a FREE preschool program for eligible children and their families. ECEAP focuses on the well-being of the whole child by providing nutrition, health, education, and family support services.

The goal of ECEAP is to help all children enter kindergarten ready to succeed.

Who is Eligible?
Children three or four years old by August 31, based on the following:
· Annual income meets requirements; and/or
· Qualifies for special education services; and/or
· Has developmental or environmental risk factors; and/or
· Is a member of a federally recognized tribe; and/or
· Is a descendant of a member of a recognized tribe

ECEAP gives priority to those who:
Meet eligibility requirements and:
· Will be in kindergarten the following year; and/or
· Is in foster care or involved with the child welfare system; and/or
· Is homeless

Address and Phone
3851 SE Old Olympic Hwy
Shelton, WA 98584
(360) 426-1390